Complainant was conscious that their marriage may not take place at all on account of her marital status : rape charges dismissed against the accused - Madras HC The complainant was a married woman who willingly had an affair and sexual relationship with another man. The Court held that since the sexual relationship between them continued for five years which cannot be termed as rape. The facts of the case and the acknowledgment of respondent about the physical relationship between them would not constitute the offence under Section 376 IPC. Reddy & amp; Reddy Law Firm is a full-service law firm in Pune. The team comprises of highly skilled Criminal Law Practitioners having wide experience and knowledge.